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Eau de parfum
Mauboussin Oud Obsession
Gender:
Unisex
Segment:
Lux perfumes
Fragrance information:
Mauboussin Oud Obsession — Eastern energy in a modern interpretation
Mauboussin Oud Obsession is a unisex fragrance launched in 2022 by the French jewelry house Mauboussin.
The fragrance is part of the Capsule d'Émotions collection, where perfume compositions evoke vivid emotions and expressive images.
In this release, the luxury of precious stones meets the rich aesthetic of Eastern perfumery.
The Mauboussin brand has a history dating back to 1827 and began as a jewelry house.
That is why Oud Obsession feels like more than a fragrance with a distinctive woody accent: it is a perfume jewel with a powerful, deep and noticeable presence.
Character and olfactory profile
Positioned as a unisex fragrance, it develops equally naturally on both women's and men's skin.
Its olfactory profile combines oriental and woody directions with animalic, balsamic, leathery and spicy nuances.
This combination creates the image of a confident, composed and slightly mysterious fragrance.
Oud Obsession is a good choice for those who enjoy expressive compositions with a dense character and are not looking exclusively for light freshness.
It is especially suited to cool weather, evenings, special occasions or moments when you want to emphasize your individuality.
It can also be worn during the day, provided it is applied sparingly.
Concentration and sillage
Mauboussin Oud Obsession is presented as an eau de parfum.
This concentration emphasizes the richness of the composition and helps the fragrance unfold with depth, gradually leaving behind a warm, spicy-woody impression.
Oud Obsession has noticeable sillage: those around you will easily perceive it, but its character can be controlled by adjusting the number of sprays.
One or two sprays are enough for application to the skin — sufficient for the composition to unfold without becoming too loud.
One or two sprays are also recommended on clothing, choosing the distance and fabric with the fragrance's intensity in mind.
The perfumer and the fragrance's place in the brand's style
The composition was created by perfumer Florian Gallo.
His work here is built around contrast: familiar oriental depth takes on a modern, composed character, while the leathery-woody profile makes the fragrance expressive and memorable.
For Mauboussin, this release continues the connection between jewelry aesthetics and the art of perfumery.
Oud Obsession reflects the brand's desire to create not neutral everyday compositions, but statement fragrances that complement an outfit like a piece of jewelry.
If this style appeals to you, Tiziana Terenzi Dionisio, The Spirit of Dubai Turath and Sultan Pasha Attars Cheval d'Arabie are worth considering among fragrances with a similar mood.
Who is Oud Obsession for?
This fragrance is worth trying if you enjoy oud, leather and oriental compositions with a noticeable presence.
It will appeal to those who appreciate a rich development, expressive sillage and perfumes capable of becoming the central detail of an outfit.
Before buying, it is advisable to test Oud Obsession on your skin: its spicy-woody profile may smell different depending on temperature, humidity and individual skin chemistry.
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